Town and Country in China

Discover the complexities of Chinese identity through the lens of urban and rural life in "Town and Country in China" by David Faure. Published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2001, this engaging interdisciplinary collection explores the profound transformation in Chinese social theory, centering the rural-urban divide that has shaped individual identity over centuries. With 260 pages of meticulously researched insights, the book traces the evolution of urban and rural distinctions from the sixteenth century to modern times. Faure's work reflects on how these dynamics influence the Chinese sense of self, making it an essential read for anyone interested in sociology, history, or cultural studies. Dive into this thought-provoking examination and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that continue to shape contemporary Chinese society.